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Huws Gray Group announces CEO transition

1 December, 2023

The Huws Gray Group has announced that after 14 years with the business, Ian Northen, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer will step down from the Board of Directors, to be replaced by Daksh Gupta.

New National Sales Manager at Long Rake Spar

Long Rake Spar has appointed Shane McCormick as its National Sales Manager for the Natural Selection brand.

ForgeFix welcomes new Brand Support Specialist

ForgeFix has appointed Reeve Cullum to the role of Brand Support Specialist.

JDP appoints new National Operations Manager

Laura Thompson will be supporting the company on its continued growth trajectory exploring new opportunities for its core product ranges.

Ben Chandler to chair Builders Merchants Federation's Anglia Region

The appointment comes as Hugh Guntrip of Huws Gray steps down from the role after a five year term.

Salamander Pumps unveils new Business Development Manager

Carl Knowles will drive awareness of the manufacturer's water boosting solutions across the North East of England and all of Scotland by working closely with merchants, installers and homeowners.

Omega names new Manufacturing Director

Omega has announced that Neil Cooke will join its board as Manufacturing Director.

Fernco promotes Marketing Manager

Fernco has announced that Ryan Lockwood will take up the joint role of National Sales and Marketing Manager from 1 January 2024.

Actis names new Technical Manager

Actis has appointed Harsha Mistry, an architectural designer, to the newly created role of Technical Manager.

Wolseley Infrastructure welcomes new team members

Wolseley Infrastructure has appointed Mel Francis, and Mark Beardsmore to the roles of Key Account Manager, while David Smith has been promoted to National Business Development Director, and Steph Wright becomes Key Account Director.

Dosafil Residential Technologies appoints new Commercial Director

Water treatment expert Dosafil Residential Technologies has appointed John Lynch as Commercial Director.

BMA appoint Amy Kirk as Engagement Director

The move reflects the association's commitment to strengthening relationships within the industry and enhancing member engagement.

New Master for Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants

During his year in office, Alan Hawkins will be supported by Senior Warden Stephen Boyer and Junior Warden Lucia Di Stazio.

h&b Group adds to board with new appointment

Paul Pennick joins as Procurement Director, with a special focus on timber.

Genuit Group confirms new Chief Financial Officer

Tim Pullen has already made an impressive contribution as Interim CFO and brings extensive public market experience that will complement the Executive Management Team.